Dubai Design District Outlines Its ‘Smart Dubai' Plans

Dubai Design District (d3) today announced an overview of its plans in support of Dubai’s ambition to become a Smart City.

Commenting at the official strategy launch ceremony for transforming Dubai into a Smart City, Dr Amina Al Rustamani, Group CEO of TECOM Investments, the master developer behind d3, said:

"TECOM Investments is proud that Dubai Design District has been entrusted by the Government to play a central role in the Emirate's ambition to become a Smart City. This exciting greenfield development will provide world class infrastructure that enables our business partners, government authorities, telecommunication companies, and other service providers to implement their initiatives in support of this ambition.

"Once the first phase of d3 is delivered in 2015, it will offer digital connectivity throughout the area, and it will use smart solutions and technologies to enhance people's experience during events, cultural activities, and to ensure accessibility and safety for everyone using the location. Intelligent green solutions will also be applied to the physical buildings so they are more sustainable and reduce energy waste.

"We are dedicated to developing a creative destination at d3 that is rooted in cutting-edge, intelligent design. In doing so, we will contribute to Dubai's vision for an efficient, modern, seamless and safe city that improves the experience of businesses, residents, tourists and consumers. We will work with respected multinationals, leading regional companies and emerging smaller firms on an enduring basis to achieve this. Their views and innovations will be vital as we transform d3 into an iconic and smart location."